Christmas Gifts for Readers & Writers

ChrisPenned Con, Readers, Uncategorized, UtopIA, YA

In the market for some cool gifts for the Readers and Writers on your Christmas list? Check out these unusual items. Laser Projection Virtual Keyboard Aqua Notes Waterproof Notepad Custom Penguin Books Pillow Case Thumb Thing Book Page Holder Soap for Writer’s Block What are you hoping that Santa brings you?

The Ugly Christmas Sweater

ChrisMade Me Laugh, UtopIA, young adult

Do you participate in the Ugly Christmas Sweater trend? While I’ve never been to an Ugly Christmas Sweater party, I can appreciate the delightful extremism of some Christmas sweaters from years gone by. Here are some examples of the best of the worst. And yes, these are real sweaters that someone bought once upon a time in the 80’s and 90’s. … Read More

Happy Holidays

Chrishome

Tis the season to find sparkly gifs online and share them with your friends. I hope everyone has a happy, healthy, wonderful holiday.    

Whacky Christmas Trees

Chrishome

I went online surfing for whacky Christmas trees. I found them on this site: http://www.thedistractionnetwork.com/dog-in-a-christmas-tree-suit/       The pillow tree.                   The Mountain Dew tree.             The “something is missing” tree.             The my dog wishes I’d get a hobby tree.   … Read More

Gifts For Writers and Readers

Chrishome

Looking for a fun Christmas gift for the writers and readers in your life? Check these out. What would you like Santa to leave under your tree?               http://www.amazon.com/Late-for-the-Sky-5514870/dp/B000HET4YC/ref=sr_1_1?tag=wwwnovelexper-20&ie=UTF8&qid=1417783031&sr=8-1&keywords=bookopoly                     http://goo.gl/92gqrnhttp://thesockmonster.com/index.php/all/shop-by-brand/socksmith/bookwormss.html                     This antique typewriter has … Read More

Lego Death Star Conundrum

Chrishome

One of my nephews asked for the Star Wars Lego Death Star for Christmas. I love my nephew, but the Lego Death Star costs $399.00, which kind of blows my budget for xmas presents. The kit comes with over 3000 tiny little ankle breaking parts. Anyone who has ever stepped on a Lego barefoot knows the ankle breaking part to … Read More

Dogs Wearing Antlers

Chrishome

Why is this article about dogs wearing antlers? While I don’t personally dress my three beasts for the holidays, I do like looking/laughing at photos of dogs who are wearing antlers or other assorted Christmas costumes. The last one is my favorite. I’m pretty sure he’s planning on using his owner’s shoes as a chew toy in the near future. Have … Read More

Quirky Gifts

Chrishome

Christmas will be here before we know it. Everyone has those people who are difficult to buy for. Here are some quirky gift ideas to start your holiday shopping. The cutest Iphone stand ever.  https://www.etsy.com/listing/154545724/2-in-1-creative-8-colors-shoes-iphone Not only do they never come untied, but they’re stretchy enough to turn any shoes into slip-ons, yet stiff enough to keep your shoes secure. … Read More

Quirky Christmas Gifts

ChrisFor Writers, Made Me Laugh

I am totally willing to admit that I am quirky. Do you have a quirky person on your Christmas list? Maybe they need one of these gifts. FYI, all of these came from Fab.com.  I think I need the Bubble Wrap Calendar. What quirky gift do you want for Christmas?

My Father’s Response to the Holiday Simplification Plan

ChrisFor Writers

Last week, I wrote a blog about simplifying the holiday decorations to make Thanksgiving and Christmas less stressful. Below is my father’s response. Read it and you’ll understand where my sense of humor comes from. Hello Youngest Progeny: Okay so you have come up with a great plan, but how does that help me contend with your Mother who is … Read More

Surviving the Holiday Season

ChrisFor Writers

I have a love/hate relationship with the holidays. I love baking Christmas cookies and spending time with family, but there is so much pressure for everything to be perfect. If you don’t have a ten foot tree decorated with home made ornaments that would make Martha Stewart weep with joy, then you’re a slacker. If you don’t stand in line … Read More

Gifts for Readers and Writers

ChrisFor Writers

Christmas is just around the corner. Do you know what you’re going to buy for that special Reader or Writer in your life? Here are a few gift ideas along with the web addresses where you can find them. Of course the best gift you can give a Reader or a Writer is a gift card to their local bookstore. … Read More